Who is a lady, and how to become one?

Who is a lady? This is a complicated question. This word is now used in the Russian language quite rarely, and the English, from whom, in fact, this noun has come, can still refer to both a young girl and an older person. Especially often mothers call their daughters "young lady" when they want to show them how angry they are for some misconduct.

This word is also used in the treatment of "ladies and gentlemen" on solemn occasions, and when the conversation is about a business woman, the word "business lady" is often used, since the definition of "business-vuman" for some reason did not stick. Car enthusiasts can be called "avtoledi", if in some cases it is important to designate their belonging to the beautiful sex.

And yet, who such a lady? How is it different from other women? Previously, this title was worn by a woman who is married to a lord. Now, when there is no such title as "lord" outside Great Britain, it's impossible to name someone "lady" in this sense. Nevertheless, this word has acquired a new meaning. Ladies began to be called respectable and well-bred women and girls, and girls more often. Modern girls have deduced some basic rules, observing which you can call yourself a real modern lady.

1. The lady never falls into extremes. It differs flawless Following etiquette. She dresses stylishly, without using too short, too frank things in her closet. Nevertheless, she always looks very feminine.
2. The lady does not dress herself up and does not put herself in order in public. She does not chew publicly chewing gum, she does not swear. As the Queen of Great Britain, when the lady is unhappy, she smiles.
3. It is distinguished by exquisite manners, smooth and graceful gait. Nevertheless, she is never late, because she knows how to correctly calculate her time, and also remembers that accuracy is the politeness of kings.
4. This lady is distinguished by impeccable politeness, she does not descend to Rudeness. She is restrained, joy also expresses not too violently.
5. The lady lives according to her means, but she does not save her shoes. For her, nothing is worse than the trampled, old and unpresentable shoes.
6. Never in his toilet or behavior a lady will not allow such things as piercings, tattoos, causing make-up, surgical breast augmentation, excessive drinking.

So, who is a lady, who can be called that? Probably outside the jurisdiction of the Queen of England, it is difficult to find such. A common example of this lady for all who aspire to her to become not only externally but internally, is Princess Diana. Despite the divorce from the Prince of Wales, she remained a favorite
Only British, but also citizens of other countries.

And for someone, the real idol is the famous "Iron Lady," Margaret Thatcher, who was able to become a famous politician and achieved excellent career heights, yet retaining all the qualities inherent in this lady.

To be a lady, you need to not only behave like her, but also think like a lady. Natural makeup, moderation in behavior, respect for etiquette, and the question: "Who is a lady?" - will not arise.